As a new Somerset resident, I am glad to hear that state Rep. Patricia Haddad, D-Somerset, is joining with other elected officials in the region to support clean renewable energy development.

I moved to the town because I enjoy the historic character and comfort of the area, but I am also well aware that tackling the economic and environmental challenges of our time requires innovative solutions.

Fostering a clean energy economy in southeastern Massachusetts is one critical way of addressing both problems, and I believe it is key to enhancing quality of life while preserving a history of industry and invention. Thank you to Rep. Haddad and our other elected officials, and let’s see more of the same.